A northwest Iowa police chief charged with domestic abuse assault is now on paid leave. The Laurens City Council met in special session to address charges against 57-year-old Rodney Watkins. The mayor put Watkins on administrative leave pending his court appearance March 15th. Watkins was arrested Sunday on domestic abuse assault charges. Two other officers will cover Watkins’ shift, and one has been appointed acting chief.
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